English News Anchor/Reporter job at Nation Media Group

Nation Media Group (‘NMG’) is Uganda’s most influential media house with operations in print, broadcast and digital media, which attract and serve unparalleled audiences in the country and region. We are committed to creating value for our stakeholders and positively influencing society by providing content that informs, educates, and entertains.

JOB PURPOSE:

To interpret and communicate news and public affairs in the most in-depth and insightful manner. Link the audience with news makers so as to gain and increase credibility of the station and widen its viewership base with emphasis on driving audiences to NMG social media platforms.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Take instructions and briefs from the National News Editor and Duty Editors on stories to be covered.
• Analyse and broadcasts news received from various sources.
• Present news on air in an eloquent, clear and concise manner.
• Ensure that your conduct does not put the organisation in dispute.
• Telecasting live bulletins and conducting interviews from remote locations.
• Prepare for and investigate breaking news developments.
• Research and analyse background information related to stories to provide complete and accurate information.
• Gather incisive and in-depth information through research, interviews and crucial news sources or leads.
• Develop ideas or material for features or commentaries by analysing and interpreting news, current issues or personal experiences.
• Apply NMG Editorial and social media policies whenever posting any content on personal or company digital assets.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

Academic: University Degree in Mass Communication or any related field from an accredited institution.

Professional: Diploma in Journalism.

Experience: At least 2 to 4 years daily newsroom experience, with emphasis on writing and /or reporting.

2 years as a News Anchor/Presenter.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Passion for writing coupled with a keen news sense
• Possesses broad knowledge of local, regional issues and in-depth knowledge in beat specialty
• Ability to work accurately and under pressure
• Deadline driven
• Computer literate
• Audio-visual editing
• Must have a good eye for detail
• Excellent spelling, grammar and punctuation skills
• Must be able to deal effectively with simultaneous tasks

• Take instructions and briefs from the National News Editor and Duty Editors on stories to be covered.
• Analyse and broadcasts news received from various sources.
• Present news on air in an eloquent, clear and concise manner.
• Ensure that your conduct does not put the organisation in dispute.
• Telecasting live bulletins and conducting interviews from remote locations.
• Prepare for and investigate breaking news developments.
• Research and analyse background information related to stories to provide complete and accurate information.
• Gather incisive and in-depth information through research, interviews and crucial news sources or leads.
• Develop ideas or material for features or commentaries by analysing and interpreting news, current issues or personal experiences.
• Apply NMG Editorial and social media policies whenever posting any content on personal or company digital assets.

• Passion for writing coupled with a keen news sense
• Possesses broad knowledge of local, regional issues and in-depth knowledge in beat specialty
• Ability to work accurately and under pressure
• Deadline driven
• Computer literate
• Audio-visual editing
• Must have a good eye for detail
• Excellent spelling, grammar and punctuation skills
• Must be able to deal effectively with simultaneous tasks

• University Degree in Mass Communication or any related field from an accredited institution.
• Diploma in Journalism.